Jessica Torres is a powerhouse body‑positivity influencer, writer, and style advocate based in New York City. Born in Loja, Ecuador, and raised in the Bronx, her journey into self‑love began as a counterpoint to persistent messages that her body needed to be “fixed”. In 2012, she launched her fashion and lifestyle blog, itsjessicatorres.com, channeling her passion into content that celebrates plus‑size fashion, beauty, and lifestyle for fat people. Over the last decade, her vibrant voice and confidence have helped dismantle traditional beauty standards, making room for bodies of all sizes.

Jessica’s presence across social media is bold, authentic, and endlessly creative. On Instagram under @thisisjessicatorres, she shares colorful outfit inspiration, honest life reflections, and beauty tips with over 140,000 engaged followers. Her TikTok—where she greets fans with “Hi Chubby Buddies!”—boasts more than 146,000 followers and 3.2 million likes, showcasing everything from plus‑size hauls to body acceptance discussions. Over on YouTube, Jessica curates content around fashion, travel, home décor, and pop culture, creating a rich multimedia narrative that celebrates fat joy and self‑empowerment.

Her influence extends well beyond social platforms. Jessica has written for major outlets—such as PopSugar, where in 2024 she shared a deeply personal story of heartbreak and resilience that helped solidify the foundation of her platform. She’s also worked as a producer and on‑camera style reporter for Revelist, earning recognition for her contributions to beauty and style media. Featured in Teen Vogue, Seventeen, Nylon, and Elle, her mission remains rooted in helping fat people see themselves represented in mainstream fashion—and encouraging brands to expand their sizing options.

Jessica’s work is grounded in community—leaning on shared experiences of fatphobia while creating radical visibility for embodied joy. Her Substack, All Things Fat with Jessica Torres, dives deeper into body acceptance and liberation, offering candid reflections and resources. She often speaks on panels—like at CoverGirl’s self‑confidence event—and mentors emerging creators in New York. Ultimately, Jessica Torres invites you to re‑imagine a world where fat bodies are stylish, present, powerful, and unapologetically human.